Apriniche(Aprepitant Capsules)

Product Name :  Apriniche

Generic Name :  Aprepitant Capsules

Manufacturer : Alniche

Uses

Aprepitant is usedwith other medications to help prevent nausea and vomiting causedby cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy). This medication isalso used to prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery. Aprepitantworks by blocking one of the bodys natural substances (substance P/neurokinin1) that causes vomiting.

This medication willnot treat nausea or vomiting that has already started. Askyour doctor what you should do if you already have nausea orvomiting.

Side Effects

Tirednessor hiccups may occur. If either of these effects lasts or gets worse,tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that yourdoctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judgedthat the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many peopleusing this medication do not have serious side effects.

A veryserious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medicalhelp right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction,including:  rash, itching/swelling (especially of theface/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

Precautions

Beforetaking aprepitant, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you areallergic to it; or to fosaprepitant; or if you have anyother allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which cancause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for moredetails.

Before usingthis medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history,especially of:  liver disease.

Before having surgery,tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use(including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbalproducts).

Interactions

Druginteractions may change how your medications work or increaseyour risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain allpossible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use(including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share itwith your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosageof any medicines without your doctors approval.